SayPro Coding Framework Template

SayPro A document that outlines how to categorize and assign codes to different sections of the data.

1. SayPro Overview

• Purpose of the Coding Framework:
  Provide a structured system to categorize and analyze qualitative data for identifying trends, patterns, and key themes relevant to student needs and economic impact.
• Data Sources:
  (e.g., open-ended survey responses, interview transcripts, focus group discussions)

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2. SayPro Coding Structure

Code	Category	Definition	Inclusion Criteria	Exclusion Criteria	Example Quote / Data Snippet
C001	Financial Need	Mentions of difficulty affording tuition, books, or transportation.	Any reference to personal or family financial struggles.	General dissatisfaction not related to finances.	“I had to skip meals to save money for transport to campus.”
C002	Access to Resources	Comments on availability of study materials, technology, or internet.	Refers to barriers in accessing necessary learning tools.	Mentions not tied to access (e.g., disliking online learning style).	“No Wi-Fi at home makes online assignments hard to complete.”
C003	Mental Health	Descriptions of stress, anxiety, depression, or related issues.	Any mention of mental or emotional well-being challenges.	Physical health issues unrelated to mental state.	“I’m overwhelmed and often have panic attacks before exams.”

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3. SayPro Coding Rules

• Consistency: Use the same code for similar types of data even if phrased differently.
• Granularity: Use sub-codes where appropriate (e.g., C001.1 for tuition issues, C001.2 for transport costs).
• Multiple Codes: Assign more than one code if the data fits multiple categories.
• Team Review: Cross-check coding assignments regularly with team members for consistency.

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4.SayPro Thematic Mapping (Optional)

Use this section to cluster related codes into broader themes.

Theme	Codes Included	Description
Economic Barriers	C001, C002	Challenges related to financial instability and access to learning tools.
Well-being	C003	Psychological and emotional issues affecting students’ learning experience.

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5. SayPro Version Control

• Version: 1.0
• Date Created: [Insert Date]
• Prepared By: [Insert Name / Team]
• Last Updated: [Insert Date]